Job Title - Finance Administrator 

Location - Aberdeen

Contract Type - Full-Time, 12 month FTC 

About Us

First Bus is one of the country's largest bus operators – taking 1.6 million customers to their destinations every day. We're a forward-looking business at the forefront of bus technology, leading the way on contactless payments, mobile Apps and real time information. Our investment in state-of-the-art, new buses is just one part of our transition to a low-carbon future. It's an exciting time to be here.

Accountabilities 

• Raises requisitions/GRNs for Group & Bus Divisions.
• Resolves invoice queries by liaising with AP, R2P, Procurement, suppliers, internal and external customers.
• Continuously looks to improve Invoice Automation rates.
• Continual review and update of internal processes and procedures.
• Comply with the best practice for the team within Financial Operations.
• Participate in day-to-day operation of the team as directed by the Team Leader.
• Responsible for the effective delivery of service to internal and external customers.
• Comply with Service Level Agreements, Task Level Descriptions (TLD's) and Key Performance Indicators.
• Comply with the appropriate control and audit mechanisms in line with the Company policy.
• Liaison with internal customers, group finance, internal and external auditors and others as required.
• Deliver a strong customer focus and quality service as part of the team.

About you 

• Previous experience of working in an Accounts Payable Role 
• Experience of working with financial systems 
• Computer literate (keyboard skills, and experience of working with PC/ email)
• Experience in the use and application of Microsoft Excel software

Rewards & Benefits

• Your health is important to us which is why we offer Simply Health & Smart Health for you and your dependents at no cost to you! This offering includes cash back benefits across optical & dental as well as virtual GP appointments, mental health support and nutrition and fitness advise. Our EAP provision offers 24hr, 365 days a year mental health support
• We are also committed to your financial wellbeing, and we offer a platform with many discounts on high street brands and supermarkets etc
• Working at First you also receive discounted train travel for you and your family after 6 months service as well as a free bus pass
• Cycle to work scheme
• 25 days' holiday + bank holidays
• Pension scheme and chance to buy discounted First Group shares
• Enhanced maternity / paternity pay
• Flexible working

We put a big focus on physical and mental wellbeing at First Bus. We recognise that anyone can be affected by the stresses and strain of work, or life outside it. You'll find a range of health-promotion initiatives, and you will have 24/7 access to our confidential Employee Assistance Programme.

Please apply now. We look forward to receiving your application.

Public transport serves everyone, whatever their differences. At First Bus, we want to be an employer open to you, no matter what your differences are. We aspire to be an inclusive organisation because diverse backgrounds, thinking and experiences bring so many benefits to our customers, communities and people. We welcome applications from all.

Applicants are advised that background checks will be conducted as a standard part of our recruitment process.